very well

4 antonyms and opposites of very well, grouped by meaning.

Interjection — Used to say that you agree or consent, often reluctantly, and will go along with what has been proposed.

Synonyms by Meaning

1. interjection

Used to say that you agree or consent, often reluctantly, and will go along with what has been proposed.

“Very well, we'll do it your way.”

all right fine so be it as you wish

2. adverb

In a highly satisfactory or skilful manner.

“She speaks Japanese very well.”

excellently admirably skilfully

Opposites

badly poorly

3. adverb

In good health or good spirits. Usually found in negatives and questions.

“He hasn't been very well since the operation.”

healthy fine

Opposites

unwell ill

Antonyms

badly poorly unwell ill

How to use very well

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

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The agreement sense is formal or clipped; it can sound curt if said flatly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'very well' and 'okay'?

Both accept a proposal, but very well is more formal and often carries a hint of resignation, as though you are giving in. Okay is neutral and casual, and implies no reluctance at all.

Does 'very well' sound old-fashioned?

As a reply meaning 'agreed', slightly — it belongs to formal speech, service settings and period drama. As an adverb of manner, 'she did very well', it is completely ordinary modern English.

Can I say 'I am very well, thank you'?

Yes. It is the standard polite answer to 'How are you?', a little more formal than 'I'm fine, thanks'. Note that it is well, not good, when you are describing health.

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